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South African President Jacob Zuma vowed to spearhead a "radical social economic transformation" as he was sworn in for a second term before dignitaries and a cheering crowd of thousands on Saturday. Duration: 00:55May 25, 2014

Malihabad, May 24 (ANI): Veteran mango cultivator Padma Haji Kalimullah Khan has dedicated a new variety of mango to Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi, naming it "NaMo Aam" A celebrated expert in mango cultivation, Khan dedicated the variety of mango developed by him in Malihabad city of Uttar Pradesh to Modi, and said it is a gift that would be remembered by the name of Modi. Khan also hoped to meet country's next prime minister to present the new variety of the fruit as a mark of honour.May 24, 2014

Coimbatore, May 24 (ANI): An engineering student in Coimbatore has invented a device called foot mouse to help physically disabled people use computers. Lakshmi Devi has invented the device by which differently-abled persons, specifically those with arm or hand disorders, can use their feet to operate computers without the help of a third person. The foot mouse is low-cost and it would help the differently-abled people get a new lease of life by giving them opportunities to explore in education and jobs online. This new invention would also help the differently-abled to indulge in social media activities.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi has been elected again as the party President at a meeting of the Congress Members of Parliament from both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha held on Saturday. Congress leaders addressed media and appreciated this decision taken after majority supported it. Abhishek Manu Singhvi said that the only agenda of the meeting was to elect the chairperson and Sonia Gandhi was chosen unanimously. Shashi Tharoor said that the authority should remain with one person suggesting that Sonia Gandhi should lead in the Parliament so that there is no difference. Ambika Soni stated that the party has taken the decision collectively and any necessary changes will be accepted.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): After the election of Sonia Gandhi as the Congress President again in the CPP meeting on Saturday, Congress leaders suggested that Vice President Rahul Gandhi should be elected to represent the Opposition in the Parliament. Veerappa Mopily expressed that Rahul Gandhi is capable enough to take party decisions as the Opposition in the Parliament. Capt Amarinder Singh said that he is also in favour of including Priyanka Gandhi as party leader as she acts complimentary to Rahul Gandhi and both would be of great help to party President.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): Politicos on Saturday reacted over Shazia Ilmi’s resignation from the Aam Aadmi party. Ilmi highlighting various reasons which caused her to quit had said that she is sad about this decision but had no other option after realizing various flaws in the party. Her brother and BJP leader Aijaz Ilmi said that it is not surprising as AAP is an anarchist party. Congress leader Meem Afzal termed Ilmi's resignation as the right step.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): Captain Gopinath on Saturday announced that he is quitting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). He said that he was having some differences with the AAP leadership, and added that though he had a lot of admiration for party founder Arvind Kejriwal, he could not reconcile with Kejriwal's decision to court arrest and deny payment of bond in connection with a defamation case filed against him by BJP leader Nitin Gadkari. Reacting over this AAP leader Yogendra Yadav said that he doesn't know when Gopinath joined the party.May 24, 2014

Visakhapatnam/ Kolkata, May 24 (ANI): As there is no respite from the scorching sun in most of the parts of India, people are opting for cooler ways to escape the sizzling summer heat. In Visakhapatnam, people toiling under heat wave headed to a beach to cool off and take bath in the sea water. The residents were seen carrying umbrellas and drinking fruit juices to protect themselves from the sun and beat the heat. The roadside juice vendors also did brisk business as people thronged the kiosks for refreshing cold beverages.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): MEA spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin on Saturday confirmed that Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif would attend the swearing in ceremony of Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi. Akbaruddin, said that all eight countries of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) would be present for the august event. Pakistan is also likely to free 150 Indian fishermen languishing in its jail.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): Blaming a lack of inner party democracy in Aam Aadmi Party, Shazia Ilmi, one of its founder members, resigned from all party positions on Saturday. Reacting over this, AAP leader Yogendra Yadav said that the party is saddened by Shazia's resignation. He said that the party tried to persuade her to stay but sadly couldn't convince her. He added that if Shazia's role and relevance will be defined in the party she might consider joining it again.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): Shiv Sena Chief Uddhav Thackeray's demand of having a big Cabinet in the Center to accommodate NDA allies has invited political reactions. RPI (A) leader Ramdas Athawale said that the allies should be given space in the Cabinet even if it is big or small. CPI leaders Atul Anjan and D Raja stated that this decision has to be taken by the BJP and its senior leaders as to what should be the strength and size of the Cabinet.May 24, 2014

New Delhi, May 24 (ANI): Politicos on Saturday reacted over Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's confirmation that he will be attending Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony on May 26. Sharif will be visiting New Delhi following Modi's invite.May 24, 2014

Srinagar, May 24 (ANI): The National Conference and Peoples Democratic Party have welcomed the decision of Pakistan Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif, to participate in the swearing-in ceremony of Narendra Modi as prime minister. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that he was glad that Sharif has accepted the invitation and hoped that this would mark a new beginning in Indo-Pak relations. Abdullah said the people of Jammu and Kashmir will be closely watching the developments. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president, Mehbooba Mufti too welcomed Sharif’s decision.May 24, 2014